Description

Coffee for the connoisseur

Coffee lovers know that the perfect cup of coffee starts with a great espresso; which is why the Krups Opio Steam & Pump Espresso Machine comes with all the tools you need to get the basics right. Its 15-bar pump pressure delivers barista-quality results, extracting the authentic coffee flavour without any bitter aftertaste. A coffee tamper is included to help get the most from your ground beans and a measuring spoon ensures you get just the right quantity into every cup. Adjustable manual settings give you precision control, ensuring your coffee is tailored to your palette, while the steam nozzle produces perfectly frothy milk for cappuccinos, cortados and lattes. There are one and two-cup filters, allowing you to balance out the strength and length of your drink and a generous 1.5L water tank lets you brew again and again. What’s more, thanks to advanced water heating technology, the aluminium boiler heats up in record time – so you’ll never have to wait long for the perfect cup. Coffee connoisseurs can take full control with the Krups Opio Steam & Pump Espresso Machine. 15-bar pump pressure delivers professional results and the very best flavour. Adjustable settings give you precision control, allowing every cup to be tailored to your palette. Steam nozzle produces indulgently frothy milk for cappuccinos, lattes and cortados. Accessories include a measuring spoon and high-quality coffee tamper for sealing the coffee and extracting maximum flavour. Choice of one and two-cup filter holder lets you control the strength, while a generous 1.5L water tank allows you to brew multiple cups without needing to stop and refill.

FAQ

Always use cold (straight from the fridge) and very fresh milk. All milks will froth if they are fresh and cold. If you use skimmed milk, long-life skimmed milk will give better results.Make sure that the container that you use to froth the milk is also cold/chilled. A stainless steel or glass container helps to give the best results.Milk Frothing - In 6 Steps• Use a suitable size jug and half fill with COLD milk.• Insert tip of nozzle just under top of milk.• Rapidly open the steam valve, one half turn to the fully open position.• Move the jug steadily down until you hear a distinctive SSSST…SSSST sound.• Continue lowering the jug steadily (NO BOUNCING!), in the manner of a lift, stretching the milk to the top of the jug, creating a dense foam.• Keep heating the milk until the thermometer (if you have one) approaches 60⁰C.Turn off the valve, remove and IMMEDIATELY wipe the steam arm.

Poke a fine needle through the blockage. To ensure that the steam nozzle remains clear, always turn the steam knob to the steam position for a moment to blow out any residual milk from the nozzle (putting an empty container below to catch the drops) after making your Cappuccino. Clean the steam nozzle and frothing aid with a damp cloth immediately after the frothing operation.

Scale deposits naturally form in your coffee maker. Regular descaling helps protect your coffee maker and ensures it a longer life. It will also help maintain a quality of coffee that remains constant over time.

Do not wash the espresso accessories in the dishwasher.Empty the drip tray regularly and, if necessary, clean it and the grid with water and a little mild detergent; then rinse and dry.The brewing head, filter holder and filter must be cleaned after each use with a damp cloth in the case of the brewing head, and a little mild detergent and water in the case of the filter holder and filter. Rinse and dry.The warming tray should be maintained in the same way.

Follow the instructions in your personal instruction manual for descaling your machine as techniques vary according to the model you own.We recommend using the descaling product provided by the manufacturer.Otherwise, you may use 2 tablespoons of tartaric or citric acid (both sold in pharmacies and drug stores) diluted in a half-litre of lukewarm water; pour this mixture into the water tank.For a daily average usage of 4 cups and if the water is hard, we recommend descaling your machine at least every 3 months.If you live in an area where the water is very hard, you may wish to descale more often.

This can be due to a number of factors:• There is no water in the tank; fill the tank,• Your tank is not correctly installed; press firmly on the tank,• The filter is blocked; the ground coffee is too fine. Clean the filter holder and try a less finely ground coffee,• The pump is unprimed; refer to the instructions on how to prime it,• Your appliance has scaled up; descale it,• The Claris filter cartridge has been changed but not primed; refer to the instructions on how to prime it.

Make sure the steam nozzle is not blocked.After turning off your appliance and letting it cool: clean and unclog all the orifices of the nozzle with needle provided.Unclog the orifice of the steam nozzle support pipe with a needle.Remove the Claris cartridge.

Tap water (normal household potable water) is perfectly OK as long as it is free of odors that might alter the taste of the beverage. Bottled water is also OK.Do not use refrigerated or warm water as this might impact the temperature of the beverage.Use always fresh water and replace the water if system has not been used for more than 2 days.For cold beverages, use water at ambient temperature, never refrigerated water, and place two or more ice cubes (20g per ice cube) in the cup.To be noticed that water hardness is the first reason of machine calcification and so it is recommended to descale the machine frequently (every 3months or less according to water hardness).

Arabica beans give the best flavour and are naturally low in caffeine. Experiment with the different varieties, blends and degrees of roasting to find what suits your taste best. Generally speaking, the darker the roast, the stronger the coffee flavour. Light roasting brings out the full complement of aromas and results in a coffee that is both mild and full of flavour — that of the true connoisseur! Great coffees should only ever be lightly roasted to bring out their true richness, subtlety and complexity. Avoid very dark roasted beans as these tend to be more oily and can clog the machines. Check for any tiny stones mixed up with the beans which may also damage the machine.

The sign of a true Espresso is the froth which is created by pressure within the machine whilst the coffee is being made. The pressure is measured in bars (from 1.5 to 19) so the higher the bar pressure the richer and thicker the froth.

An expresso has a stronger aroma than a "normal" coffee.In fact, an expresso can be distinguished by its rich aroma and the creamy foam on the surface of the cup.This requires a pressure of 15 bar (achieved only by espresso machines), water heated to 90-92°C and finely ground and measured coffee (7 g per cup).

Medium to fine ground (but not too fine). You can also ask for "Espresso ground".

How to better use my product

How do I obtain the best froth for a Cappuccino?

Always use cold (straight from the fridge) and very fresh milk. All milks will froth if they are fresh and cold. If you use skimmed milk, long-life skimmed milk will give better results.Make sure that the container that you use to froth the milk is also cold/chilled. A stainless steel or glass container helps to give the best results.Milk Frothing - In 6 Steps• Use a suitable size jug and half fill with COLD milk.• Insert tip of nozzle just under top of milk.• Rapidly open the steam valve, one half turn to the fully open position.• Move the jug steadily down until you hear a distinctive SSSST…SSSST sound.• Continue lowering the jug steadily (NO BOUNCING!), in the manner of a lift, stretching the milk to the top of the jug, creating a dense foam.• Keep heating the milk until the thermometer (if you have one) approaches 60⁰C.Turn off the valve, remove and IMMEDIATELY wipe the steam arm.

Maintenance and cleaning

How do I unblock my steam nozzle or frothing aid?

Poke a fine needle through the blockage. To ensure that the steam nozzle remains clear, always turn the steam knob to the steam position for a moment to blow out any residual milk from the nozzle (putting an empty container below to catch the drops) after making your Cappuccino. Clean the steam nozzle and frothing aid with a damp cloth immediately after the frothing operation.

Why should I descale my coffee maker?

Scale deposits naturally form in your coffee maker. Regular descaling helps protect your coffee maker and ensures it a longer life. It will also help maintain a quality of coffee that remains constant over time.

What kind of maintenance should I carry out?

Do not wash the espresso accessories in the dishwasher.Empty the drip tray regularly and, if necessary, clean it and the grid with water and a little mild detergent; then rinse and dry.The brewing head, filter holder and filter must be cleaned after each use with a damp cloth in the case of the brewing head, and a little mild detergent and water in the case of the filter holder and filter. Rinse and dry.The warming tray should be maintained in the same way.

What is the best way to descale or clean my espresso machine?

Follow the instructions in your personal instruction manual for descaling your machine as techniques vary according to the model you own.We recommend using the descaling product provided by the manufacturer.Otherwise, you may use 2 tablespoons of tartaric or citric acid (both sold in pharmacies and drug stores) diluted in a half-litre of lukewarm water; pour this mixture into the water tank.For a daily average usage of 4 cups and if the water is hard, we recommend descaling your machine at least every 3 months.If you live in an area where the water is very hard, you may wish to descale more often.

Does the water tank need to be cleaned?

Yes, if it is coated with scale.Clean it with water and/or cleaning products recommended by the device manufacturer.This can prevent clogging in the water outlet and hygiene issues.

Technical support

Why does my milk not froth?

Check that you are using very fresh and cold milk. Check that the steam nozzle and frothing aid are not blocked.

The water does not run through.

This can be due to a number of factors:• There is no water in the tank; fill the tank,• Your tank is not correctly installed; press firmly on the tank,• The filter is blocked; the ground coffee is too fine. Clean the filter holder and try a less finely ground coffee,• The pump is unprimed; refer to the instructions on how to prime it,• Your appliance has scaled up; descale it,• The Claris filter cartridge has been changed but not primed; refer to the instructions on how to prime it.

What should I do if a power outage occurs during a cycle?

The appliance will automatically restart when the power returns and will be ready for a new cycle.

What if there is water or coffee under the appliance?

Make sure that the drip-tray has not overflowed and empty if necessary.Verify that the drip-tray is correctly positioned.

Why isn't steam coming out of the nozzle?

Make sure the steam nozzle is not blocked.After turning off your appliance and letting it cool: clean and unclog all the orifices of the nozzle with needle provided.Unclog the orifice of the steam nozzle support pipe with a needle.Remove the Claris cartridge.

What water should I use to fill the water tank and prepare my beverage?

Tap water (normal household potable water) is perfectly OK as long as it is free of odors that might alter the taste of the beverage. Bottled water is also OK.Do not use refrigerated or warm water as this might impact the temperature of the beverage.Use always fresh water and replace the water if system has not been used for more than 2 days.For cold beverages, use water at ambient temperature, never refrigerated water, and place two or more ice cubes (20g per ice cube) in the cup.To be noticed that water hardness is the first reason of machine calcification and so it is recommended to descale the machine frequently (every 3months or less according to water hardness).

Various topics

What are the best type of coffee beans to buy?

Arabica beans give the best flavour and are naturally low in caffeine. Experiment with the different varieties, blends and degrees of roasting to find what suits your taste best. Generally speaking, the darker the roast, the stronger the coffee flavour. Light roasting brings out the full complement of aromas and results in a coffee that is both mild and full of flavour — that of the true connoisseur! Great coffees should only ever be lightly roasted to bring out their true richness, subtlety and complexity. Avoid very dark roasted beans as these tend to be more oily and can clog the machines. Check for any tiny stones mixed up with the beans which may also damage the machine.

What makes an authentic Espresso Coffee?

The sign of a true Espresso is the froth which is created by pressure within the machine whilst the coffee is being made. The pressure is measured in bars (from 1.5 to 19) so the higher the bar pressure the richer and thicker the froth.

How can I prolong the freshness of my ground coffee?

Always keep ground coffee in an airtight container or seal the pack with a bag clip. Keep the container in the fridge to prolong freshness.

How does an espresso compare to filtered coffee?

An expresso has a stronger aroma than a "normal" coffee.In fact, an expresso can be distinguished by its rich aroma and the creamy foam on the surface of the cup.This requires a pressure of 15 bar (achieved only by espresso machines), water heated to 90-92°C and finely ground and measured coffee (7 g per cup).

Can I use ground coffee in a whole bean coffee machine or coffee beans in a ground coffee machine?

No, these appliances are specifically designed depending on the type of coffee used.If you use the wrong coffee, remove it and refill with the correct type.

Which type of grind should I ask for when purchasing coffee beans?

Medium to fine ground (but not too fine). You can also ask for "Espresso ground".